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By Kristin OhlsonWith our help, three brave readers tackled some healthy goals they'd been putting off for a while. Are their stories your story, too?
With our help, three brave readers tackled some healthy goals they'd been putting off for a while. Are their stories your story, too?
Once obese, Paul Nowak had trouble keeping up with his favorite sports. Now, after losing 100 pounds, he’s an active role model for his kids - and a Brazilian jiu jitsu competitor.
When Jeni Bier's workplace offered a weight-loss competition, she was reluctant to take on the challenge. Two years later, she's a different person.
How heart-rate training helped Kim Fambro reach a level of health and fitness she'd assumed was beyond her reach.
Looking for a lasting source of motivation and support, Andra Ruscoe found it in an unexpected place - her keyboard.
After hitting a health-and-fitness low, Don Zeh started hitting the gym - and discovered a passion that surprised him.
All the free food he got at work had Jason Buszta packing on the pounds - until the sudden death of a friend made him realize he was putting his own health at risk.
How Mary Maus Kosir jump-started her fitness routine - and got better with age.
After years of putting other priorities ahead of her own fitness ideals, Jennifer Zech decided it was time to bring out the very best in her body—and her life.
Years of inactivity sapped Jeremy Coward’s energy and added pounds to his frame. A new attitude and ambitious goals helped him get back on track.
When Morn Cremeens made the switch to raw foods, she discovered a powerful way to support her health—and to transform her perspectives on eating.
True fitness makeovers don’t happen overnight. They involve gradual changes and challenging adjustments, unexpected setbacks and exciting synergies. Meet three people who made transformative changes in their lives — and who might just inspire you to do the same.
How one woman’s weight struggle inspired her to confront her limiting thoughts — and discover a powerful tool for personal growth in the process.
In the midst of motivation-sapping malaise, Bernie Armada discovered a life-changing personal-development program and embraced a life of intention.
Exercise helped Wendy Rahn beat breast cancer. Now she’s helping other survivors realize the importance of staying active during their own recovery.
A health scare convinced Brad and Ivette Heutmaker to change their eating and exercise habits. Now, even their daughter is reaping the rewards of their healthier choices.
A dozen years ago, Jodi Ring suffered two brain aneurysms that could easily have left her dead. Instead, they led her to get on her bike and ride.
At nearly 400 pounds, Denise Morth decided to transform her life. Now she’s running marathons.
John Martin used to eat whatever he wanted. When he was diagnosed with celiac disease, all that changed. And his health changed, too - for the better.
After a devastating car accident, Hillary Hopkins was told she’d never walk again. With the help of her trainers, she hopes to prove doctors wrong.
As a working mother of three children, Jean Kane has carved out better life balance - and deeper satisfaction - by focusing on her core values.